"University of Florida Closes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Offices in Compliance with State Law"

The University of Florida has eliminated 13 full-time diversity, equity, and inclusion positions, along with administrative appointments for faculty, in response to a Florida statute prohibiting the use of state or federal funds for DEI initiatives. The office of the Chief Diversity Officer has been dissolved, and DEI contracts with outside vendors have been terminated. The approximately $5 million previously allocated to DEI expenses will now be directed towards faculty recruitment. The future of the Center for Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement, which oversees various student engagement offices, remains uncertain. Employees affected will receive severance pay and can apply for other positions within the university.